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RE04 BFX

2004 BMW R1150

Red Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

22,950 mi
Last recorded22,950 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 BMW R115026,045 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE04 BFX
MakeBMW
ModelR1150
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 22,950 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 22,776 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 22,689 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 22,580 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 22,383 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 22,287 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 22,207 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 22,082 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 21,900 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 21,752 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2016 21,285 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2016 21,285 miles

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 20,642 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 19,341 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2013 18,902 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 18,902 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 17,823 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 14,408 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 13,644 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 11,078 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Mar 2008 11,078 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 9,095 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the BMW R1150?

Based on 51,143 MOT tests across 3,967 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
1,399
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
3,967
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 623
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 224
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 179
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 105
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 86
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RE04 BFX is a 2004 BMW R1150 in Red with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2004 BMW R1150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 26,045 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW R1150 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 623 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RE04 BFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R1150 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this BMW R1150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RE04 BFX registered?

RE04 BFX is a 2004 BMW R1150, first registered on 1 May 2004.

Is RE04 BFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE04 BFX shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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